Magnesium

Magnesium has several functions and health benefits. Magnesium is essential for Calcium metabolism, the production of enzymes and proteins, and the utilization of fats and carbohydrates. Magnesium is highly concentrated within the cells of the body. Approximately 60 percent is found in the bone, 26 percent in the muscle and the remainder is found in soft tissue and body fluids. Although calcium is the mineral most closely associated with bone health, magnesium has a major part to play as well. Magnesium is involved in muscle contraction and nerve function. Magnesium also activates the sodium-potassium pump in the cells. Arguably, its most important function is its essential role in the proper functioning of the entire cardiovascular system. The best dietary sources of magnesium include whole grains, nuts, seeds, legumes and green leafy vegetables. Solgar offers several different magnesium supplement products, either as a single magnesium supplement such as magnesium citrate, or supplements that combine magnesium and vitamin B6 (which aids absorption), which may be useful, depending on your need, or suspected magnesium deficiency. Solgar also has so called chelated magnesium supplement products, which are known for their superior absorption.